A warning from Vancouver Police: lock your doors while gassing up. The heads-up comes after a series of recent robberies, in which purses and cell phones were snatched while unsuspecting drivers were at the pump. The suspects' description is vague. Police are looking for an older man driving a newer model, light-coloured minivan. CKNW Vancouver … [Read more...]
You might find something nice for Mother’s Day
May 1, 2012 by
A whole range of items will once again be up for public bidding this weekend at the Vancouver Police Department's Annual Recovered Goods Auction. Rob Kavanagh with Able Auctions says everything from electronics to kitchen utensils are up for grabs, "We got some artwork, some native artwork, we've pretty much got everything there." The … [Read more...]
The NDP Energy critic says something isn’t right, as BC Hydro removes 1000 Smart Meters.
March 21, 2012 by
BC Hydro is taking newly installed smart meters off of 1000 homes and re-installing another meter in its place. Hydro initially saying they were checking the meters for accuracy and there 'might' be some kind of an issue. The news had NDP Energy critic John Horgan outraged, after hearing complaints about billing.. He said … [Read more...]
Something new on the table, again
February 2, 2012 by
The Government has tabled a counter-offer to the BC Teachers Federation's proposal last month which included a 15-per cent wage hike. The BC Public School Employers Association didn't grant teachers their raise, but has countered with new proposals on professional growth, responsible parental leave and more. And they've taken grievance … [Read more...]
